2027 Sales Diagnostics Intern

Abbott; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and transportation provided

One-on-one mentorship

Meaningful project work

Structured sales training

Potential for full-time position

Job summary

Abbott is offering an Inside Sales internship within the Cancer Diagnostics Division, based onsite in Madison, Wisconsin. The program trains students in sales, marketing, and business with mentorship, cross-functional projects, and real customer exposure.

Interns choose a track—commercial strategy or field-based sales—and engage in meaningful projects, with housing/transportation provided if eligible and potential for a full-time role after graduation.

Qualifications

• Completed at least three years of college education before beginning internship.
• Must be enrolled in school the semester following your internship.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in sales, finance, business or marketing.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Interns build foundational skills through cross-functional project work and direct customer interactions.
• Interns gain experience in either commercial strategy or field-based sales tracks.
• Participate in structured training in sales, business development, and diagnostics selling.

Skills

Sales knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree

Enrollment in following semester

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

At Abbott's Cancer Diagnostics Division, we will transform the way cancer is detected, diagnosed and managed for more people around the world. We’re focused on patients, providers, doctors, researchers, and caregivers. Our medical experts partner with the industry’s best minds and collaborate with top institutions, advocacy partners, and policymakers to help change lives and transform how the world approaches cancer.

Inside Sales and Field Sales

The purpose of the Sales internship is to provide meaningful, hands‑on professional experience to students with proven academic performance and leadership potential. Abbott hires students majoring in a range of areas, including marketing, sales, and business, based on business need. Ideal candidates combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities.

Inside Sales and Field Sales internship trains and develops future sales professionals within the Cancer Diagnostics division through cross‑functional project work and direct customer and stakeholder interactions. Interns build the foundational skills needed for a career in healthcare sales, choosing a track in either commercial strategy or field‑based sales.

Internship Details: Cancer Diagnostics Division of Abbott

• 12-week paid internship

• Housing and transportation provided (if criteria are met)

• One-on-one mentorship across various levels and experience

• Meaningful project work and skill development applied across the ONCO division

• Comprehensive commercial or field sales experience, with potential for a full‑time position upon graduation

• Structured training in sales, business development, and diagnostics selling

• Fun and team‑oriented social events

Inside Sales track location: Onsite in Madison, WIat Cancer Diagnostics Headquarters location

Field Sales track locations: Atlanta, Carolinas, Mid‑Atlantic, Ohio‑PA, Detroit.

Must be in or willing to relocated to the above locations

Basic Qualifications -

• Completed at least three years of college education before beginning internship

• Must be enrolled in school the semester following your internship

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferable in sales, finance, business or marketing

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications -

• Strong academic performance (GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher)

• Relevant sales and leadership experience

• Interest in working in the healthcare or diagnostics field

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

The base pay for this position is $16.85 – $33.75 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.